Dr. Scott Cooper practices neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). On average, patients gave him a rating of 4.5 stars out of 5. He is affiliated with WellStar. Dr. Cooper is in-network for Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Cooper obtained his medical school training at Ross University School of Medicine and performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of South Alabama.

Dr. Faiz Niaz is a neurology (brain & spinal cord disease) specialist in Canton, GA. Dr. Niaz studied medicine at Dow Medical College. He has received a 3.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. He honors Humana HMO, Humana Bronze, and Humana Catastrophic, as well as other insurance carriers.

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What is Neurology?

Neurology is the study of the brain and nervous system, including the spinal cord and nerves. Disorders of the nervous system can affect many parts of the body, and a neurological exam must be quite thorough. A neurologist examining a new patient will check for any issues with:

motor skills (the way your brain and muscles work together)

sensory skills (sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell)

nerve function

coordination and balance

changes in mood or behavior

A neurologist can order different kinds of tests to check the function of the brain and nerves. These tests may include a head CT scan (a type of 3-dimensional x-ray), an electroencephalogram (which measures the electrical impulses inside the brain), an MRI (a detailed image of the brain or spinal cord), or electromyography (which uses electricity to test nerve function). The results of the exam and the tests help neurologists diagnose and form treatment plans for disorders like multiple sclerosis, tremors, stroke, and migraine headaches.

Some neurological problems, such as certain brain tumors, may require surgical treatment. Since neurologists do not perform surgery, they will refer patients who need operations to a surgical subspecialist, such as a neurosurgeon. Beyond surgery, a neurologist might recommend any of the following treatments: